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Refreshing your qualification

In line with updated national standards, Red Cross Training Services is now delivering the new HLTAID first aid units.

Superseeded Unit

New Unit (from 1 July 2014)

HLTCPR211A Perform CPR

HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation

HLTFA211A Provide basis emergency life support

HLTAID002 Provide basis emergency life support

HLTFA311A Apply first aid

HLTAID003 Provide first aid

New unit

HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting

HLTFA302C Provide first aid in remote situation

HLTAID005 Provide first aid in remote situations

HLTFA412A Apply advanced first aid

HLTAID006 Provide advanced first aid

HLTFA404C Apply advanced resuscitation techniques

HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation

HLTFA412A/HLTFA403C/HLTFA404C Occupational first aid

HLTAID006/HLTAID007/HLTAID008 Occupational first aid

Current Refresher guidelines

The industry standard for First Aid practitioners to maintain current competency is to be recertified in the unit(s) from the date of completion as stated on the Statement of Attainment as follows -

HLTAID001 Provide CPR - 12 months

HLTAID002 Provide basic emergency life support - 3 years

HLTAID003 Provide first aid - 3 years

HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting - 3 years

HLTAID005 Provide an emergency first aid response in remote situations- 3 years

HLTAID007 PRovide advanced resuscitation - 12 months

HLTAID006/007/008 Occupational first aid - 3 years

HLTAID006 Provide advanced first aid - 3 years

21886VIC Course in Emergency Asthma Management - 3 years

22099VIC Course in First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis - 3 years

Superseeded courses will be recognised when refreshing qualifications if renewed within the above timeframes. Red Cross urges all First Aid Practitioners to check their local workplace or industry specific requirements regarding First Aid qualifications.

It is recommended that students update their CPR skills annually with a HLTAID001 Provide CPR - Refresher (2 hours face to face).

What is the difference between the current units and the new ones?

The new unit cover the same topics but are more in-depth and comprehensive for students. With an increased focus on practical application of first aid techniques students will have more hands on time to put learned theory into practice in a simulated classroom environment. Ultimately participants will leave confident to apply correct and effective first aid support in an emergency situation.

Yes, Red Cross Training Services provides a reminder mail service for all first aid courses. To help us provide you with this service, please ensure we have your most up to date contact details. If you move house or change phone number or email, please call us on 1300 367 428 to update your details.

What if I am overdue to renew my qualification?

Red Cross Training Services follows the Australian Resuscitation Council guidelines and recommends that all refresher courses are completed within standard timeframes, however you may be offered a grace period.

Red Cross Training Services urges all First Aid Practitioners to comply with their local workplace or industry specific requirements regarding first aid qualifications. Once they have passed the recertification timeframe, they may not be recognised as being valid and current by industry therefore you may have to complete the full course.

What is a refresher course and are they available for all courses?

Refresher courses do not re-teach the material and skills previously covered. The focus is upon revising the knowledge and skills learnt through practical demonstrations, group participation in scenarios and discussion. A refresher course will also update you on any changes to first aid techniques that may have occurred since your last course. Students attending refresher courses are expected to review their training manual and/or notes prior to attending a course. Students will be required to demonstrate their competency via practical assessments and a mini quiz.

The following Refresher courses are available at Red Cross Training Services